Design Concept & Spatial Character
Located in Kahramanmaraş, this sports complex is designed with a modern architectural approach emphasizing openness, transparency, and structural boldness. Emerging in a post-earthquake context, the project aims to provide a contemporary public space that supports physical activity, social interaction, and psychological well-being.
At the core of the design are long-span interior spaces, space frame roofing systems, and semi-open courtyards distributed across multiple levels. These zones offer not only functional sports areas but also breathing spaces where users interact, relax, and form spontaneous communities. Circulation areas and spectator platforms are structured to maintain strong visual and physical connections between interior and exterior, reinforcing the sense of openness.
Structurally, the building utilizes lightweight steel space frame systems, while facades feature polycarbonate panels, mesh surfaces, and glass walls that maximize daylight without sacrificing comfort. Material choices intentionally reflect a contemporary, industrial language—clean, minimal, and efficient—while spatial organization introduces warmth through outdoor terraces, sunken lounges, and stepped plazas.
Everyday Life – A Student’s Perspective
Each morning as I enter campus, the sports complex is the first space I gravitate towards. The echo of footsteps in the long-span gallery, the bounce of basketballs, and the rhythm of warm-up drills greet me like a morning anthem. Sunlight pours through the space frame ceiling, casting geometric shadows across the concrete floor like a kinetic installation.
During class breaks, the courtyard turns into a social amphitheater. Some students dance, some sit in circles sharing tea, others just stretch quietly in the open. It’s not just a building—it’s a canvas for movement and pause. Despite its modern, industrial look, the complex feels inviting, soft in its openness.
At night, the courts glow under a gentle lighting scheme. You can still see people playing, walking, or just decompressing after a long day. And in those moments I realize—this isn’t just a sports facility. It’s a rhythm. A living part of our daily life. A space that carries us forward.
